As the global community becomes increasingly aware of environmental issues, the search for sustainable and eco-friendly materials has never been more critical. One of the most promising advancements in this area is collagen fiber. By integrating collagen derived from fish scales with natural cellulose, collagen fiber offers a sustainable, biodegradable alternative to traditional textiles. This essay explores the significant role of collagen fiber in promoting environmental sustainability and enhancing human well-being.

Biodegradability

Collagen fiber is inherently biodegradable, decomposing naturally and relatively quickly when disposed of. This contrasts sharply with synthetic fibers, which can persist in the environment for hundreds of years, contributing to landfill waste and releasing harmful microplastics. By choosing collagen fiber, we can significantly reduce the environmental impact of our clothing.

Renewable Resources

The production of collagen fiber relies on renewable resources. Marine collagen is sourced from fish scales, a byproduct of the food industry that would otherwise be discarded. This not only reduces waste but also promotes the sustainable use of natural resources. Additionally, cellulose, another key component of collagen fiber, is derived from wood pulp, a renewable and sustainable material.

Reduced Carbon Footprint

The manufacturing process of collagen fiber is designed to be environmentally friendly, with lower energy consumption and reduced carbon emissions compared to the production of synthetic fibers. This helps mitigate the overall carbon footprint of the textile industry, contributing to the fight against climate change.

Skin Benefits

Collagen fiber is known for its numerous benefits to the skin. It maintains skin moisture by forming a protective barrier that locks in hydration. This makes collagen fiber up to 13 times more moisturizing than cotton, offering a unique advantage for garments that come into direct contact with the skin.

UV Protection

Collagen fiber provides excellent protection against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Its structure can block UVA and UVB rays, achieving a UPF50+ rating. This helps protect the skin from sun damage, reducing the risk of skin cancer and premature aging.

Anti-Odor and Anti-Bacterial Properties

The natural anti-odor and anti-bacterial properties of collagen fiber make it ideal for activewear and intimate apparel. Collagen amino acids embedded in the fiber prevent the growth of bacteria that cause odors, ensuring that garments remain fresh and hygienic even after prolonged use.

Versatility in Applications

Collagen fiber’s unique properties make it suitable for a wide range of applications in the fashion industry. From leisure wear to inner wear and sportswear, garments made from collagen fiber offer superior comfort, durability, and performance. This versatility encourages the adoption of sustainable materials across various fashion segments.

Consumer Awareness and Choice

As consumers become more conscious of the environmental impact of their choices, collagen fiber represents a responsible and sustainable option. By prioritizing eco-friendly materials, consumers can drive demand for sustainable fashion, encouraging more brands to adopt environmentally friendly practices.

 

Collagen fiber plays a crucial role in caring for our world by offering a sustainable, biodegradable alternative to traditional textiles. Its environmental benefits, including biodegradability, renewable resource use, and reduced carbon footprint, make it a key player in the fight against environmental degradation. Moreover, its advantages for human health, such as enhanced skin moisture, UV protection, and anti-odor properties, highlight its potential to improve our quality of life.

By choosing garments made from collagen fiber, we can contribute to a more sustainable fashion industry and a healthier planet. Thai Son Vietnam Clothing Factory is at the forefront of this movement, producing innovative collagen fiber garments that meet the needs of environmentally conscious consumers.

For more information about collagen fiber and other sustainable garment types produced by Thai Son Vietnam Clothing Factory, please contact kiki@lhc.vn

Thai Son S.P Co., Ltd. is a cotton knit fabric supplier in Vietnam that sews your garments in their factory. We produce fabric and sew it into garments for you. We are highly specialised in producing garments from circular knitted fabric for many kinds of men and women garments. In addition to being a cotton knit fabric supplier in Vietnam we make t-shirts with various kinds of prints, polo-shirts, pants, skirts, dresses, fashionable styles, kids wear, and sportswear. We are proud to be one of the few family-owned garment suppliers who have been surviving and developing beyond just a cotton knit fabric supplier in Vietnam.

Currently, we have two production facilities , in District 9- Ho Chi Minh City in Sung Nhon, Binh Thuan Province.

Our Past and Present Customers
US-Canada: Maxstudio in Los Angeles (own stores and for brands Chelsea & Violet, Marmaxx-TJMaxx & Marshall, Nordstrom, Hautelook, Winners…);
Belldini (for Macy’s, Christopher & Banks, Dillars, Belles, Soft Surroundings, Ross…) Covenant; G-III (Calvin Klein), Kindred Bravely, Gift Craft

Russia: Sportmaster (who licenses Volkl, Merrell, Kappa, Fila, Outventure, Demix..), BaoN, Profmax,

Europe: Warehouse, Oasis, Fever

Australia: Mr. Simple, OCC (Wapol, NSW SES, Mountain Designs)

Factory Certificates
SA8000
BSCI no. 335395
FAMA Disney

Quality: Our current quality standard is AQL 2.5/4.0. Our garments can meet quality standard of AQL 1.5/2.5.

MOQ: Our regular MOQ is 1,000 pieces per style.
We are flexible on MCQ and MOQ because we understand that MCQ and MOQ have to depend on the requirements of your business as well as the MOQ of yarn and fabric production.
We can make 500- 1,000 pieces per color per style when we have your support to combine fabric together.

Lead time: from 75-110 days depend on order’s quantity, design & requirements.

Capacity: equals with 300,000 pcs of t-shirts/month